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Denmark's Farm Minister Pushes for Animal Welfare Reforms

10/27/2025

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Jacob Jensen, Denmark's farm minister, advocates reforms to improve animal welfare during European Union transport and salvage the 2023 European Commission proposal.
Progress on the proposal has stalled due to political resistance.
Denmark, a major exporter of live animals, faces industry pressure as Jensen seeks pragmatic solutions balancing welfare with cross-border transport.
As Denmark prepares to pass the initiative to Cyprus in January, reform remains uncertain amid debates and protests.

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Jacob Jensen, Denmark's farm minister, advocates reforms to improve animal welfare during European Union transport and salvage the 2023 European Commission proposal.
Progress on the proposal has stalled due to political resistance.
Denmark, a major exporter of live animals, faces industry pressure as Jensen seeks pragmatic solutions balancing welfare with cross-border transport.
As Denmark prepares to pass the initiative to Cyprus in January, reform remains uncertain amid debates and protests.